Badapukel - Kashipur, Rayagada
Badapukel is a village situated in the Kashipur tehsil of Rayagada district, Odisha. It is located approximately 35 km from Tikiri and around 45 km from Rayagada . Sankarada serves as the Gram Panchayat for Badapukel village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Badapukel is 426055. The village covers a total geographical area of 138 hectares and falls under the 765015 pincode. Rayagada is the nearest town, located about 53 km away.
Badapukel village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Rayagada Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Koraput Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Badapukel
As per Census 2011, Badapukel village has a total population of 419 people, consisting of 201 males and 218 females. The village has 96 households and a sex ratio of 1,084 females per 1,000 males. There are 90 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 110 literate and 309 illiterate residents. Additionally, 417 people belong to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Badapukel are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 419 | 201 | 218 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 90 | 45 | 45 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 417 | 200 | 217 |
| Literate Population | 110 | 86 | 24 |
| Illiterate Population | 309 | 115 | 194 |
Nearby Villages of Badapukel
Badapukel is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Badapukel
Public transport in the Badapukel is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Badapukel.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Rayagada to Badapukel is about 53 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.5 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Rayagada to Badapukel is about 45 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Badapukel
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Badapukel village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Badapukel
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Badapukel village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Badapukel
Where is Badapukel located?
Badapukel village is located in Kashipur Tehsil, Rayagada district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Badapukel?
The Gram Panchayat of Badapukel is Sankarada.
What is the pincode of Badapukel?
The pincode of Badapukel is 765015.
What is the population of Badapukel?
Badapukel has a total population of 419, including 201 males and 218 females.
How many households are there in Badapukel?
There are 96 households in Badapukel.
What is the literacy rate in Badapukel?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Badapukel is 26.25%. Male literacy is 42.79% and female literacy is 11.01%.